Science Week 2022 - Saturday
The Festival of Farming and Food
Trails and Tales - Castlecomer Discovery Park, Co. Kilkenny - Saturday, November 19 | 11am - 1pm
Set in the former grounds of the Wandesforde Estate, Castlecomer Discovery Park comprises 80 acres of stunning natural woodland and lakes and began as a community project to rejuvenate the town of Castlecomer following the closure of the coal mines in 1969.
Join Teagasc Forestry Advisor Michael Somers for an interesting walk through the forest. Find out about the wonders of the woodlands and benefits of forestry to our lives.
Michael will take us on a looped walk of the forest, explaining all about the benefits of forestry on the way - from carbon sequestration to biodiversity. Not to mention the benefits to our wellbeing.
Meeting point: Car Park, Castlecomer Discovery Park, The Estate Yard R95 HY7X Castlecomer Co. Kilkenny.
Castlecomer Discovery Park is located immediately outside the town of Castlecomer on the Dublin side of the N78. It is approximately 25 minutes drive from Kilkenny city and 70 minutes from Newlands Cross flyover. It is easily accessible from the M9 and M7 motorways.
Car park fees: While the event is free, the parking fee at Castlecomer Discovery Park is €5 per car.
Please note: This is an outdoor event so please check the weather and dress suitably. Trekking shoes, rain gear and drinks of water are advised.
Difficulty level: The difficulty level is easy.
Start time: 11am
Please note that places are limited and early booking is essential.
These events are free but must be pre-booked. Registrations must be made by an adult and all children must be accompanied by an adult at events. This event is part of the Festival of Farming and Food sponsored by SFI and Teagasc.
Plant Science Festival - Soil Fauna Workshop - National Botanic Gardens, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Saturday, November 19 | 11am - 3pm
'Soil is Alive' Soil Fauna Workshops with invited community groups demonstrated by the tutors and students of Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture.
Start time: 11am
Location: National Botanic Gardens, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, D09VY63
This event is free but must be pre-booked. This event is part of the Festival of Farming and Food sponsored by SFI and Teagasc. In collaboration with OPW Plant Science Festival.
Plant Science Festival - Conserving National Heritage - National Botanic Gardens, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Saturday, November 19 | 11am - 3pm
'Conserving Natural Heritage' - Native seed Workshops with invited community groups demonstrated by the tutors and students of Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture.
Start time: 11am
Location: National Botanic Gardens, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, D09VY63
This event is free but must be pre-booked. This event is part of the Festival of Farming and Food sponsored by SFI and Teagasc. In collaboration with OPW Plant Science Festival.